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Crossed Up! for Oct. 6, aka Sandgate

Compton on her way to a solo win, in grand style. Photo: http: cyclephotos.co.uk

Brooklyn-based cross racer Ian Landau looks back at the week’s highlights from the cyclocross circuit, here at home and in Europe. Welcome to Sandgate.

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Cyclocross: a beginner’s quick guide to equipment (part 2)

Cyclocross: a beginner’s quick guide to equipment (part 2)

In the third article in our series on cyclocross basics by Brooklyn-based cross racer and CR contributor Ian Landau, the skinny on choosing gearing, wheels, tires, and clothing for racing.

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Crossed Up! for Oct. 1—cross begins!

Crossed Up! for Oct. 1—cross begins!

Just like that it’s October already. The leaves are starting to turn, and the air is becoming crisp. Which means it’s time for cross season! Indeed, racing is already hot and heavy throughout the country. Let’s recap some of the major race results and goings-on here in the U.S. and Euroland. FSA Star Crossed/RAD Racing [...]

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Cyclocross: a beginner’s quick guide to equipment (part 1)

Cyclocross: a beginner’s quick guide to equipment (part 1)

In this second article in a series on cyclocross basics by Brooklyn, New York–based cross racer and CR contributor Ian Landau, how to choose the right cross bike, pedals, and shoes.

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Cyclocross: a beginner’s quick guide

The Gin & Trombones, in special edition Belgian colors, by Van Dessel.

A series of no-frills articles on cycling’s coolest discipline by Brooklyn, New York–based cross racer and CR contributor Ian Landau. He explains what you need to know to get started racing cross now, including equipment, skills, races, and fans.

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